'World first': Circular economy standard launches

The first ever professional standard for circular economy principles launched yesterday, aiming to assist companies in their transition towards a greener, more resource-efficient future. The new BS8001 British Standard is designed to help businesses of all sizes integrate the principles of the circular economy into daily activities and long-term strategies. Related articles Rudd, Corbyn and Farron round on Trump over climate M&S targets zero waste and 90 per cent CO2 cut in new 'Plan A 2025' China and EU strengthen commitment to Paris deal with US poised to step away ClientEarth to drag UK government back to court over air quality plans 'World first': Circular economy standard launches Josh Fothergill, policy lead at the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) which helped develop BS8001 in collaboration with BSI Group, said its launch could dramaticall...